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Lehigh University

Assistant Discovery Archivist

🇺🇸 Bethlehem, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $44K - $53K

💻 Other

🗓️ December 3rd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Lehigh University is hiring an Assistant Discovery Archivist to support public and technical services in the Special Collections library. The role involves assisting researchers, managing archival materials, processing collections, and developing finding aids to enhance access to archival content.

Highlights
  • Process archival collections and develop project plans to meet deadlines.
  • Prepare EAD encoded finding aids using ArchivesSpace and create or update MARC catalog records.
  • Maintain storage areas and assist with preservation assessments.
  • Provide orientation and assistance to researchers, ensuring proper handling of rare materials.
  • Enforce Special Collections policies, track material circulation, and manage material retrieval and reshelving.
  • Collaborate with staff and may supervise student assistants.
  • Required skills include Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Google Suite, and familiarity with archival/libraries standards.
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, 1-3 years related experience, background in humanities, strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Compensation ranges approximately from $43,940 to $52,740, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and perform extensive walking, standing, and related activities.